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January 9, 2026 | SportzWire

Lackawanna and Wyoming Valley Conference Football Schedules for the 2026 2027 Season

The full 2026 high school football schedule is set across NEPA, breaking down every matchup week by week by division. From early non league tests to pivotal conference showdowns, this chart gives a clear look at how each team’s path unfolds throughout the season.

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January 9, 2026 | Carrie Miner Yaple

Wolfpack Pull Away Late as Wilkes-Barre Area Tops Wyoming Valley West in Latest Rivalry Clash

On January 8, 2026, Wilkes-Barre Area managed to create just enough separation late to secure a 52–40 victory, continuing a rivalry that has swung back and forth for years. While the final margin suggested comfort, the game itself was anything but routine, featuring multiple momentum shifts and defensive pressure on both ends.

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January 8, 2026 | Justin Bradley

Hazleton Downs Unbeaten Dallas Behind Bindas’ 28

Ranked rivals. Solid crowd. Plenty of edge. Hazleton Area walked into Dallas, matched the physicality, and walked out with a statement, snapping an unbeaten streak and setting the tone in the Wyoming Valley Conference.

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January 8, 2026 | Carrie Miner Yaple

Sportzwire Athlete of the Week: Tony Battaglia, Scranton High School

“I’ve played basketball since I’m out the womb,” Battaglia said with a laugh. “When I was little, I played baseball too, but it felt too slow to me. Basketball was straight action 24/7, and I just fell in love with it and wanted to get better and better.”

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January 8, 2026 | Brad Loff

Valley View Holds Off Scranton Prep in Tight Home Win

Valley View leaned on timely shooting and late game composure to edge Scranton Prep 45 to 43 in a tightly contested girls basketball showdown Thursday night.

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